Recall 12V-275: 2008–2011 Champion American Coach, 2007–2009 Champion American Crusader and 5 more
CHAMPION BUS, INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on May 17, 2012, covering about 892 vehicles.
The problem
Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The risk
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
Champion bus will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on august 17, 2012. Owners may contact champion bus at 1-810-724-6474.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHAMPION BUS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V275000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Champion American Coach | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Champion American Crusader | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Champion Challenger | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion Crusader | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion Ctste | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion Defender | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion Terrastar | 2010 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V-275?
Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
How is recall 12V-275 fixed?
Champion bus will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on august 17, 2012. Owners may contact champion bus at 1-810-724-6474.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.